Faisal has an MBA from Oxford University and a Bachelors in Economics and Computer Science from UCLA. Having lived and worked in Europe, Asia, and North America, Faisal has a global network of investors and professionals.

Faisal is a recipient of several noteworthy industry and academic awards, including the Estates Gazette Power List, the 40 under 40 award by Property Week, and Young Entrepreneur of the Year by Shell Livewire. Faisal is also a recipient of the Skoll Scholarship for social entrepreneurship, awarded by the University of Oxford.